Downtown’s premier food festival, Taste of the Seaport, will return for its 11th year on October 16 at Pier 16 and 17 in the Seaport District of Manhattan. 

Over 40 of the best restaurants in Lower New York City will come together to highlight one of the city’s fastest growing neighborhoods and its vibrant food and social scene. Culinary lovers are invited to explore a variety of food options that the Seaport and Financial Districts have to offer. Delicious dishes will be available for purchase from Eataly Downtown, Brooklyn Chop House, Industry Kitchen, Watermark Bar, Beatnic, Fresh Salt, Stout FiDi, Route 66 Smokehouse, and Mac Daddy’s, to name a few. Proceeds from the festival support enrichment programs for children at both Spruce Street School PS 397 and the Peck Slip School PS 343. 

The day includes wine and beer tasting in the VIP waterfront lounge, live music featuring New York City area musicians, and a KidZone with interactive cooking demonstrations and food sampling. With over 30 participating restaurants, it’s sure to be a memorable day in the city.

Tickets are $50 general admission ($45 for pre-event day purchase) and $180 for a Family Pack ($155 for pre-event day purchase). Learn more at https://www.squadup.com/events/taste-of-the-seaport-2021.